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Please note: We are closed until mid-February 2019 for a refurbishment. We are a family friendly museum and we attract all ages. We aim to educate, inspire and to honour the sacrifices made by the members of our Regiments. Our displays cover four...more

All reviews four floors well worth a visit local regiments british army armed forces excellent trip gift aid excellent displays half term surrounding countryside friendly and knowledgeable staff interactive displays on display all ages great place to visit entry price couple of hours

Have been meaning to visit The Keep for a long time and weren't disappointed, went in half term so kids went in free so it cost £14 for two adults and two children. It takes you through the history of the Dorset and Devonshire regiments...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank baz15hill

Laura G, Deputy Curator at The Keep Military Museum, responded to this reviewResponded November 8, 2018

Glad you got round to visiting the Museum and that you and your family had an enjoyable time with us! Hope to see you again soon!

You need to have at least four visits as you couldn’t possibly see it all in one day.. the views from the top of the keep are excellent. We will be going back to see what more there inside the pull out draws which are...More

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Date of experience: October 2018

Thank Sue F

Laura G, Deputy Curator at The Keep Military Museum, responded to this reviewResponded October 29, 2018

Glad you enjoyed your time with us, Sue. There is a lot to see, so we look forward to welcoming you back soon. We agree that the view from the roof is incredible!

Glad we dropped by the museum. Our two young boys enjoyed it. Lots to see and even touch/feel. Younger son (3) was a bit afraid of the trenches and big guns. The find-a-rat challenge kept my seven year old busy which was good. Quite reasonably...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank cocon361

Laura G, Deputy Curator at The Keep Military Museum, responded to this reviewResponded October 29, 2018

Thank you very much for your review Coco, we are glad your family enjoyed visiting the Museum!

Excellent museum in pretty much every way telling the story of the two County Regiments and their affiliations. Great array of uniforms, medals and equipment along with the many information sheets and tableaux spread over three floors. Really very good.

Date of experience: October 2018

2 Thank DAVIDV747

Laura G, Deputy Curator at The Keep Military Museum, responded to this reviewResponded October 22, 2018

Really glad you enjoyed your visit to the Museum, David, we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Not my cup of tea but for someone that likes history on the war then yr love it . I did enjoy the view though from the top of the museum you can see the whole of Dorchester x

Date of experience: July 2018

Thank D5882IQmichellea

Laura G, Deputy Curator at The Keep Military Museum, responded to this reviewResponded October 4, 2018

Thank you very much for your review, Michelle, we are sorry that you did not find anything in the Museum to interest you. We would agree that the view from the roof is very special and glad you enjoyed it.

I happened to be driving thtough the town when tgere in front of me was The Keep Military Museum. I had to stop and pay them a visit.
A very modest (£5.50 OSP rate) to get in.
It is on four floors including the roof...More

Date of experience: September 2018

1 Thank MichaelJWM

Laura G, Deputy Curator at The Keep Military Museum, responded to this reviewResponded September 27, 2018

Thanks Michael, we are very proud of our extensive medal collection and the stories behind them. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

Visited on a Tuesday afternoon in September 2018 and we were alone during our visit ….
This is an extensive museum - spread over 4 floors via a steep spiral staircase with access to the roof which offers views across the town and the surrounding...More

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Date of experience: September 2018

Thank PeteD60

Laura G, Deputy Curator at The Keep Military Museum, responded to this reviewResponded September 27, 2018

Thank you for your review Pete - great photos too. Really glad you enjoyed your time with us.

Hi Lyn,
There is a concessionary admission fee of £5.50 for OAPs.
Special rates apply to any group visits, school visits and tours. It would be best to contact the Curator in this instance - 01305 264066.
Best wishes and... More

Hi Lyn,
There is a concessionary admission fee of £5.50 for OAPs.
Special rates apply to any group visits, school visits and tours. It would be best to contact the Curator in this instance - 01305 264066.
Best wishes and enjoy your visit!